Injured in a Pedestrian Accident? Chalat Law Can Help

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable people on Colorado’s roads. All too often, drivers fail to yield, speed through intersections, or simply don’t pay enough attention to those crossing the street. No matter how cautious a person is on foot, there’s no protection against the size, speed, and force of a moving vehicle.

If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, you need a legal team you can trust to fight for your rights. At Chalat Hatten & Banker, our experienced personal injury attorneys have helped countless victims recover the compensation they deserve. With over 30 years of experience handling complex motor vehicle and pedestrian injury cases, we’re dedicated to ensuring your voice is heard and your case is handled with the care and commitment it deserves.

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What Is A Pedestrian Accident?

Whenever a pedestrian steps onto the roadway, they face greater risks than anyone inside a vehicle. Common causes of pedestrian accidents include:

  • Distracted Driving Drivers who text, use navigation systems, or engage in other distractions.
  • Failure to Yield at Crosswalks Drivers fail to stop for pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks, especially at intersections or when turning.
  • Speeding Excessive speed reduces a driver’s ability to see and react to pedestrians, dramatically increasing the likelihood and severity of an impact.
  • Poor Visibility and Low-Light Conditions Pedestrian accidents frequently happen at night or in poorly lit areas.
  • Impaired Driving Alcohol or drug impairment slows reaction time and reduces awareness..
  • Unsafe Road Design or Lack of Crosswalks Areas without sidewalks, crosswalks, or pedestrian signals

Common Injuries from
Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries, including:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Lacerations and abrasions
  • Blunt force trauma

Common Injuries from
Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries, including:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Lacerations and abrasions
  • Blunt force trauma

Common Injuries from
Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrian accidents often result in severe injuries, including:

  • Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
  • Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Lacerations and abrasions
  • Blunt force trauma

Liability in Pedestrian Accidents

Like all motor vehicle accidents, negligence must be proven for an injured pedestrian to recover damages from the at-fault driver. A pedestrian accident attorney must establish the following elements to build a strong personal injury case:

 

  • A legal duty was owed to the pedestrian
    Drivers have a legal duty to operate their vehicles safely and to watch for pedestrians, especially at intersections and crosswalks.

  • The at-fault driver breached that duty
    This may occur when a driver is speeding, distracted, impaired, or fails to yield the right of way to a pedestrian.

  • The pedestrian suffered damages
    The injured person must show they sustained measurable harm — such as medical expenses, lost wages, or pain and suffering.

  • The breach of duty caused the injuries
    It must be proven that the driver’s negligent actions directly resulted in the pedestrian’s injuries.

Steps to Take After a Pedestrian Accident

If you’re involved in pedestrian accident, follow these steps:

 

  1. Seek Medical Attention: Document all injuries and receive immediate care.
  2. Call 911: Report the accident and obtain a police report.
  3. Document the Scene: Take photos of the vehicles, damages, and any visible distractions in the other vehicle.
  4. Collect Information: Gather contact and insurance details from all involved parties.
  5. Obtain Witness Information: Witnesses can help prove distraction.
  6. Contact Chalat Law: Our attorneys will help you pursue compensation and protect your legal rights.

Chalat Law offers comprehensive legal services for victims of pedestrian accidents, including:

  • Accident Investigation: Gathering evidence to prove driver distraction.
  • Insurance Negotiations: Ensuring fair compensation from insurance companies.
  • Litigation Representation: Fighting for your rights in court if necessary.
  • Extensive experience in pedestrian accident cases
  • Proven track record of securing favorable outcomes for clients
  • Personalized legal strategies tailored to each case
  • No fees unless we win your case

Victims of pedestrian accident may recover compensation for:

  • Medical expenses, including emergency care and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages and reduced earning potential
  • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
  • Property damage to vehicles and personal belongings
  • Wrongful death damages for families who have lost loved ones

Can you sue if you are hit by a bus or light rail train?

Here in Denver, many pedestrians have been injured while interacting with the city’s various forms of mass transit. We have seen many people injured while boarding or unloading from Regional Transportation District (RTD) buses, the RTD-operated MallRide shuttle bus system on Denver’s 16th Street Mall, and the RTD’s light rail trains, which travel outside the city limits and throughout the Denver metro.

How does the insurance company become involved?

Pedestrians injured by a motor vehicle are covered by the at-fault driver’s insurance policy. 

Understanding the different types of car accidents can help you navigate the legal complexities more effectively. Learn about other common scenarios and how Chalat Law can help you in each case:

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For decades, our team of personal injury attorneys and legal professionals at Chalat Hatten & Banker have successfully represented the rights of pedestrian/bus accident victims in Denver and surrounding areas of Colorado. We understand the complex legal issues that arise from pedestrian accidents.